How do I contact the library?

What do I need to check out books or other materials?

You will need to present your Northwestern University WildCARD or library barcode to borrow materials from the library. If you are employed at an affiliated hospital, you can obtain a library barcode from the circulation desk at Galter Library or the library at your institution.

How long can I borrow books and journals?

Is the full-text of this journal article available online?

The quickest way to answer this is to use the Search box in the main website navigation. Search by journal title and check the years a journal is available.

Another option is to click on the purple "Find It @ Galter" links activated in most library-licensed databases, to determine if the library has electronic subscriptions or print holdings. Anything we don't have can be requested through interlibrary loan.

How do I determine whether Galter Library owns a book or journal?

Use the library catalog to find out whether we own a book, journal, or multimedia resource. The library catalog searches all of the Northwestern University libraries including affiliated hospital libraries.

Can I access electronic resources from off-campus?

To access electronic journals and books when off-campus, you must be signed in to the library website. This easy procedure authenticates you as a Galter Library affiliate and allows us to provide electronic licensed content to you at an off-campus location. Once you have registered and signed in, use the Galter Library website as normal - in other words, go to Find Resources and search for your journal.

How can I learn to use electronic databases and other library resources?

Galter Library offers a variety of educational workshops each month, from basic MEDLINE searching to bibliographic citation organization using EndNote. To view a list of available workshops and upcoming schedule, see the Upcoming Classes list on the home page. If you can't attend one of our scheduled classes, you can request a class for you or your group at a mutually convenient time. For self-directed learning, take a look at our Guides and Tutorials.

May I suggest that the library purchase a book or journal subscription?

Can I connect to the wireless network in the Library?

Yes. In your Wireless settings look for "Northwestern" and connect with your NetID. If you do not have a NetID, you can use the "Northwestern Guest" option (requires registration). Guest wireless access is not secure.

How do I submit an article or book to be placed on course reserve?

How do I reserve a conference room?

To reserve a conference room, call the Circulation Desk at 503-8127. Conference Rooms can also be reserved in person at the Circulation Desk. For more information and to review conference room policies please see Conference Room Reservations.

Can I use PowerPoint or Microsoft Word in the Library?

Yes. You can use PowerPoint, Word and other Microsoft Office applications on the computers in the Learning Resources Center or the Reference Room. You can also access your email and utilize other educational software programs using the computers throughout the library.